Facts

Claimant Capitola Sommer began working for respondent Edward B. Jones & Co. as an investment representative in late 2000. She began selling securities on Jan. 22, 2001 and immediately proved to a success.

Respondent's regional leader John Lindsey and claimant initially got along well. Then claimant and Lindsey had a series of disagreements.

The discord continued and claimant's colleague suggested claimant and respondent attend a conflict resolution meeting. After an unsuccessful meeting, claimant e-mailed concerns about possible retaliatory actions she felt Lindsey could take against her.

After yet another discordant incident, claimant was given a final written warning, even though she was never issued a previous warning. Claimant was also required to seek mental health counseling. Claimant resigned Oct. 14, 2005.

Claimant alleged harassment and retaliation.

Result

The panel found in favor of claimant on her retaliation claim, awarding economic damages of $41,875 and non-economic damages of $100,000 bringing the total to $141,875.The panel denied claimant relief on her harassment claim. Respondent also paid partial costs and fees.

Other Information

FILING DATE: Oct. 31, 2006.

Length

six days